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The Perfect Bite Size Churros That Will Make Your Day
I discovered these adorable little churros poppers in my kitchen one Sunday afternoon while craving something sweet. They're basically tiny bites of heaven pure crispy dough rolled in sweet cinnamon sugar. I love making these when my kids have friends over or when I need a quick dessert for unexpected guests. Trust me once you try these little gems you'll want to keep the recipe forever.
My Family Can't Get Enough of These
These cute little churros disappear so fast in my house especially when I serve them with melted chocolate or caramel sauce. What I love most is how versatile they are perfect for birthday parties movie nights or just curled up on the couch with a good book. The best part? You don't need to be a pro in the kitchen to nail this recipe.
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What You'll Find in Your Kitchen
- ½ cup granulated sugar: The regular sugar sitting in your pantry will work perfectly.
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon: This gives that classic churro flavor we all love.
- 1 cup water: Simple tap water does the trick.
- 2 ½ tablespoons sugar: Just grab a bit more from your sugar jar.
- ½ teaspoon salt: A pinch of this makes everything taste better.
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil: The secret to keeping your dough soft.
- 1 cup all-purpose flour: Your regular baking flour works great.
- Oil for frying: I usually grab my vegetable oil but canola works too.
Let's Make Some Magic
- Sweet Coating Mix
- Mix your sugar and cinnamon in a bowl I sometimes use a paper bag because it's fun to shake them in it.
- Get Your Oil Ready
- Pour your oil in a deep pan about 2½ inches and heat it up to 375°F. I use a candy thermometer to be sure.
- Whip Up The Dough
- Mix water sugar salt and oil in a pan until it boils then turn off the heat and stir in your flour until it looks like a nice ball.
- Time to Roll
- Let it cool a bit then roll small balls about the size of walnuts.
- Frying Time
- Drop a few balls in at a time and fry until golden then roll them in your cinnamon sugar mix while they're still warm.
- Time to Enjoy
- Serve them right away maybe with some chocolate sauce if you're feeling fancy.
My Secret Kitchen Tips
I always use my small cookie scoop to get perfectly sized poppers. When you're rolling them just use light pressure so they stay smooth. If you cut one open and it's not quite done inside try cooking them a bit longer with slightly lower heat.
Save Some for Later
Got leftovers? Pop them in a 400°F oven for about 5 minutes to warm them up. If you're making them ahead save the cinnamon sugar coating for just before serving they'll taste much better that way.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- → Can I make the dough ahead of time?
You can make the dough a few hours ahead and keep it covered at room temperature. The dough needs to stay warm enough to work with, so don't refrigerate it.
- → Why did my churros come out raw inside?
This usually happens when the oil is too hot or the balls are too large. Keep the oil at 375°F and make sure your poppers are about walnut-sized for even cooking.
- → Can I freeze leftover churros poppers?
While they're best fresh, you can freeze them after cooking. Reheat in the oven at 350°F for about 5 minutes and roll in fresh cinnamon sugar.
- → What's the best oil for frying churros?
Vegetable oil works best because of its neutral taste and high smoke point. Canola oil is also a good choice for frying these treats.
- → Why did my churros turn out greasy?
Greasy churros usually mean the oil wasn't hot enough. Make sure to keep the oil at 375°F and don't overcrowd the pan while frying.